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Is it safe to charge a DS overnight?

Leaving the system on its charging cradle, plugged in directly overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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Can you overcharge your DS?

Lithium ion batteries will not overcharge.
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How long should you charge your DS?

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The battery requires four hours of charging. You will know when it is fully charged when the amber charging light shuts off. It is okay to continue to play the Nintendo DS while it is charging, though the unit will take longer to charge.
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How long does battery on DS last?

The battery duration will vary depending on screen brightness and usage. The average duration will be 3-5 hours when playing Nintendo 3DS software, and 5-8 hours when playing Nintendo DS software.
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How do you know if your DS is charging?

The plug should be mounted vertically or on a floor outlet (such as a power strip). Once the adapter is properly inserted, the unit will begin to charge (the orange charging light will display). Once the DS is fully charged, the orange charge light will go off.
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How do I check the health of my DS battery?

Press simultaneously ZL + ZR to momentarily display the battery charge percentage.
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Why is my DS flashing orange while charging?

Note: If the orange recharge indicator light blinks while the system is plugged in and charging, then it is likely that the battery is not installed properly. Properly inserting the battery should resolve the issue.
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Is it bad to leave your DS on sleep mode?

Sleep mode all the time. It's not going to hurt the battery (unless you don't plan to use the 3DS for weeks) and it isn't really going to cost any more on the charging base. Never switch it off.
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What is the life expectancy on DS games?

DS Cartridges "have an average lifespan of 5-15 years".
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Can a DS battery be replaced?

Remove all games, the AC Adapter, and turn the system off before attempting to remove the battery. Using a small Phillips head screwdriver (sometimes called a jeweler's, micro, miniature (#00), or precision) unscrew the small cross-head screw on the back of the Nintendo DS.
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Why won't my DS turn on or charge?

It is possible the outlet is not working properly and has not been charging the Nintendo DS. If possible, try another AC Adapter on your Nintendo DS. If the power or charge light comes on, then you will need to replace the AC Adapter.
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Why does my DS charge but not turn on?

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Make sure that the power switch is in working order and not damaged in any way. When the system turns on, the power LED should light up green or red depending on how much charge the battery holds. If the switch is damaged then it will need replacing.
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What does flashing red light on 3DS mean?

Red: The system battery power is low.
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Does overcharging a battery hurt it?

At high rates of overcharge a battery will progressively heat up. As it gets hotter it will accept more current, heating up even further. This is called thermal runaway and it can destroy a battery in as little as a few hours.
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Can you trade in DS without charger?

No. It requires it's own custom charger.
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What does the orange light mean on 3DS?

An orange light indicates that the system is charging. This does not mean that the system will turn on immediately. It may take up to fifteen minutes of charging before the system turns on. It takes 3 ½ hours to fully charge the system (the time will increase if the system is being used while it is charging).
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Are DS games becoming rare?

Some of the consoles games have made there way to other consoles by the e-Shop or through remakes. Since the DS was so popular though, it would be impossible to see every game readily avalible. In fact, Ds games are becoming somewhat rare, as they are getting harder and harder to fine.
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What is the oldest DS console?

The first Nintendo DS was launched in 2005. Since then, several newer versions of the system have been launched: the Nintendo DS Lite, the Nintendo DSi and the Nintendo DSi XL. Each system had different characteristics, but they all played Nintendo DS games.
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Does sleep mode damage battery?

Sleep is not a great option when you don't have access to a power source. For example, if you're traveling and your laptop won't be plugged in for several hours or even a couple of days, Sleep Mode could gradually drain the battery.
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Does Sleep Cycle drain battery?

It also will completely drain a battery in almost no time flat. It's incredibly frustrating that two apps I use on a regular basis have both now pulled support for the OnePlus and there's been no updates as to when they're going to add it back. Both have happened in the last couple months.
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Is sleep mode as good as shut down?

Power surges or power drops occurring when a machine is powered by its power adapter are more harmful to a sleeping computer than to one completely shut down. The heat produced by a sleeping machine exposes all components to higher heat more of the time. Computers left on all the time may have a shorter life.
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Can you charge DS with USB C?

Charge your Nintendo DS Lite with USB-C, using any USB-C cable and charger! If it fits, it'll charge! Finally you can stop carrying around that extra proprietary cable!
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Why wont my DS stop blinking?

The cause of the US/DS light blinking could include internet outages, poor connections, firmware updates, cable faults, broken coaxial splitter, or a router hardware issue. The first step should be to restart the device and see if that resolves the issue.
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